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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Kazuma Okamoto (7) fields a ground ball during the seventh inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

September 25, 2026

John Schneider in serious hot water over latest story involving Kazuma Okamoto

Kazuma Okamoto almost single-handedly kept the Blue Jays afloat, and the lineup spot never matched it.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) takes a knee after swinging at a strike during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 25, 2026

George Springer gives emotional interview regarding his future in Toronto

George Springer could be playing his final weekend as a Blue Jay.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signs the contract with general manager Ross Atkins during the Toronto Blue Jays press conference at Rogers Centre.

September 25, 2026

Ross Atkins put into impossible situation by Vladimir Guerrero Jr as the turmoil continues

Ross Atkins is on the clock again, this time cleaning up after Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s comments.

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Former Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto

September 25, 2026

Joey Votto goes after Vladimir Guerrero Jr for his execuses on controversial interview

Joey Votto isn't buying the idea that translation is behind the Guerrero backlash.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jameson Taillon (56) pitches during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

September 24, 2026

Blue Jays 34 year old pitcher looking to return to Toronto next season

Jameson Taillon's short Blue Jays tenure might not be over after all.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) looks on from the dugout against the Philadelphia Phillies during the sixth inning at Citizens Bank Park.

September 24, 2026

John Schneider responds to Vladimir Guerrero Jr's viral comments

John Schneider addressed Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s viral comments about his $500 million contract.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) catches a pop fly during the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

September 24, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr speaks on if injuries were the reason for his bad season

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was asked directly whether he was playing through an injury this season.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Robert Brooks (92) runs the bases during spring training practice at TD Ballpark.

September 24, 2026

Former Blue Jays catcher announces unexpected retirement

Robert Brooks, a former Blue Jays minor-league catcher, has announced his retirement.

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Athletics catcher Brian Serven (10) gets hit by pitch during the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Sutter Health Park.

September 24, 2026

Former Blue Jays catcher takes a terrifying pitch to the face last night

Former Blue Jays catcher Brian Serven left Wednesday's game after fouling a pitch into his own face.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) pops out to short stop during the seventh inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 24, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doubles down on his contract comments after elimination

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. isn't backing down from his viral comments about his $500 million contract.

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Chicago White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper (99) walks back to the dugout after a conference with relief pitcher Dylan Covey during a baseball game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington.

September 24, 2026

Former Blue Jays pitcher and World Series champion Don Cooper tragically passes away

Don Cooper, who once pitched for the Blue Jays, has died at 70.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) greets first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) after he scored a run against the Baltimore Orioles in the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

September 24, 2026

Blue Jays manager manager John Schneider is serious hot water after latest decision

Gregg Zaun isn't holding back on John Schneider or the Blue Jays' clubhouse culture.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) before game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park

September 23, 2026

Blue Jays veteran speaks on retirement at the end of the season

Max Scherzer's MLB career is closer to its end than it has ever been before.

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September 23, 2026

Blue Jays veteran goes down with season ending injury along with 3 other roster moves

Dylan Cease is officially headed to the IL, closing out his season with the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) looks on during the eighth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 23, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr makes controversial comments to fans during viral interview

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. gave a raw, unfiltered interview about his slump this season.

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Baltimore Orioles first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand (32) singles to left during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

September 23, 2026

Blue Jays officially eliminated from the playoffs following loss to the Orioles

The Toronto Blue Jays are officially eliminated from postseason contention.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) gets set defensively during the second inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field

September 23, 2026

Blue Jays make last minute changes to lineup ahead of Orioles game

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wasn't on the original lineup card, and now he's batting second.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) throws pregame at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 23, 2026

Max Scherzer put in impossible situation by the Blue Jays

The Blue Jays could officially be eliminated from the playoffs as early as today.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) walks to the mound during the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre.

September 23, 2026

Blue Jays make last minute changes to starting rotation ahead of first game today

Max Scherzer will start Game 1 of today's doubleheader against the Orioles.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (22) catches an infield fly during the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 23, 2026

Beloved Ernie Clement looks like his time in Toronto is ending

Ernie Clement's rough second half is starting to look eerily familiar for Blue Jays fans.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) take the ball from pitcher Shane Bieber (57) against the Philadelphia Phillies during the sixth inning at Citizens Bank Park.

September 23, 2026

Shane Bieber is expected to walk away from the Blue Jays

Shane Bieber's injury-plagued season could push him toward free agency this winter.

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